Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Ivy Bluff Children's Christmas Program: Ando, The Shining Star

Our children truly amaze me. They did a GREAT job with our Christmas play. Our church is so beautifully decorated, I just had to add some different pictures. Enjoy!






Ladies Christmas Luncheon

We had a wonderful women's luncheon at Patch Manor in Manchester last weekend. Beautiful surroundings, great food, and presents!!


Many of the ladies enjoyed a fruit tea.....yummmm



We began our meal with a great salad....


The meal was delicious....ham, green beans, dressings, and apples

And then to top it off, an awesome chockolate or pecan dessert..
Retha and Donna
Amber and Holly, love that laugh....
Brenda opening her Dirty Santa gift....wonder if she got to keep it????
Mrs. Haddocks daughter, Retha, opening her gift.
Donna trying to read the card and Joan taking a peek..
Brenda got to keep a beautiful Thomas Kinkaid Christmas ornament.
Mrs. Haddock opening her Secret Santa gift....
A close up of poinsettas on the table.
Guests beginning to arrive...
The group without me....
Holly really wanted that snowman papertowel holder...
Now a glances at the beautiful decorations.....
A sweet gift for everyone from Sherry. Thanks again Sherry.
Our table of dirty Santa gifts.
This ornament was hung on the branches by a silver hoop earring...think I will borrow that idea next year!

Of course, below is the reason for the season.
Beautiful wreath on the front door.
Pattern on the tablecloths.